Accounts & Business Advisory Assistant Manager

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent firm of Accountants and Business Advisors is seeking an Assistant Manager to manage client portfolios and deliver insightful financial reporting. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £48,000 along with benefits and a dynamic working environment that combines home and office flexibility in Glasgow or Edinburgh.

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Engaging client base

Clear career progression opportunities

Supportive culture with Partner access

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in CA / ACCA or equivalent.
• Experience in accounts preparation and business advisory.
• Commercially minded with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
• Prepare and review financial statements.
• Provide business advice on cashflow and profitability.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Business advisory

Relationship building

Education

CA / ACCA or equivalent

Job description

Accounts & Business Advisory Assistant Manager

Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh (Hybrid / Dynamic Working)
Salary: Up to £48,000 + Benefits

Looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise, client impact, and genuine flexibility?

We’re working with a leading independent firm of Accountants and Business Advisors that’s expanding its Accounts & Business Advisory team across Scotland. They’re seeking an Assistant Manager who’s ready to step up and take ownership of a varied client portfolio — providing insightful advice, financial reporting, and commercial support to dynamic owner-managed and mid‑market businesses.

This firm is known for its modern, people‑first culture and commitment to dynamic working, allowing you to balance home and office life while progressing your career in a collaborative environment.

The Opportunity:

You’ll work directly with ambitious business owners and finance leaders, helping them make confident financial decisions and improve performance. From preparing management accounts and year‑end financial statements to delivering business insights and supporting growth plans, you’ll play a key role in clients’ success.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing your own portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and management accounts.
• Providing proactive business advice on cashflow, profitability, and growth.
• Reviewing work of junior team members and supporting their development.
• Liaising directly with clients, building strong, trusted relationships.
• Assisting Partners with projects, forecasting, and advisory assignments.

About You:

• Professionally qualified (CA / ACCA or equivalent).
• Experience in accounts preparation and business advisory within practice.
• Commercially minded with strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Confident managing client portfolios and mentoring junior staff.
• Interested in adding value beyond compliance and developing advisory expertise.

Why Join:

• ✅ Dynamic working – hybrid between home and Glasgow or Edinburgh offices.
• ✅ Engaging client base – entrepreneurial and fast‑growing businesses.
• ✅ Progression opportunities – clear pathway to Manager level.
• ✅ Supportive, collaborative culture with Partner access and autonomy.
• ✅ Competitive salary up to £48,000 + benefits.

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